The Nation on MSN13d
Why Is the Right Obsessed With Epic Poetry?
From Elon Musk to Jordan Peterson, a certain strand of conservatism has recruited the poetry of Homer and Dante in their ...
Religion Unplugged6d
‘Ancient Christianities’: A Look At The Church’s Evolution Over Its First 500 Years
Compelling and comprehensive, this book may nonetheless be an uphill climb for lay readers with little more than a basic ...
Mental Floss11d
Lead Pollution May Have Lowered IQs in Ancient Rome, Study Finds
The researchers used computer modeling of atmospheric movement to produce maps of lead pollution levels across Europe throughout the time periods. Pollution peaked around 180 BCE, after Roman ...
CNN5d
A brief history of sunglasses, from Ancient Rome to Hollywood
Editor’s Note: The views expressed in this commentary are solely those of the writers. CNN is showcasing the work of The Conversation, a collaboration between journalists and academics to ...
Smithsonian Magazine12d
Ancient Rome
The well-preserved thermal bath complex was unearthed at a lavish home likely owned by a member of the ancient city's elite Julia Binswanger An immersive new exhibition in Australia uses artifacts ...
CNN27d
Rome’s iconic Trevi Fountain reopens after renovation work in time for the Jubilee Holy Year
Rome (AP) — Rome’s iconic Trevi Fountain reopened Sunday after three months of renovations, just in time for the inauguration of the 2025 Jubilee Holy Year that is expected to draw millions of ...
The New York Times26d
The Timeless Spell of Rome’s Oldest Churches
at the edge of Rome’s trendy Monti neighborhood, was crisscrossed with nets and echoing with shouts. Children were playing badminton, oblivious of the ancient church looming behind them.
BBC7d
Crime and Punishment in Ancient Rome
The Tarpeian Rock was a steep cliff in ancient Rome. It was commonly used during the Roman Republic as an execution site. The Tarpeian Rock was a steep cliff in ancient Rome. It was commonly used ...
The New York Times26d
As Rome Prepares for a Tourist Surge, Residents Fear Losing the City’s Soul
Officials are proud of the city’s accompanying makeover, but residents lament soaring housing costs and changes in Rome’s character. By Elisabetta Povoledo and Emma Bubola Reporting from Rome ...
BBC28d
Rome to regulate Trevi Fountain crowds after restoration
Rome's world-famous Trevi Fountain has re-opened after a three-month restoration. Built in the 18th Century by Italian architect Nicola Salvi on the façade of the Poli Palace, the historic ...
Catholic News Agency18d
PHOTOS: Holy Door opens at Rome’s Marian marvel as new cardinal highlights hope at St. Mary Major
The pealing of a precious ancient bell marked a momentous beginning to the 2025 Jubilee Year at Rome’s Basilica of St. Mary Major, where Cardinal Rolandas Makrickas opened the Holy Door on Jan ...
The Washington Post29d
The long entangled history of Christianity and politics
Constantine the Great at the Battle of Milvian Bridge, where in 312 he defeated his rivals for control of Rome. According to ... as often symbiotically. In “Ancient Christianities: The First ...